The sun began its steady decline as we arrived at Greystone Castle Sporting Club in Mingus, Texas. Before settling in to our beautifully appointed suite, our group from Covey Rise climbed the spiraling turrets to watch the light flicker on the horizon. It was a remarkable sight, matched only be the accommodations at the castle.

Our rooms were part of an entire wing of the castle, one of five separate lodges located within its walls. The suite consisted of five bedrooms, four bathrooms, a living room and a fully stocked kitchen with a bar. Masculine, dark wood furnishing and oversize leather chairs decorated the suite. The bookshelves were lined with classic hunting literature; the walls displayed wildlife art and taxidermy mounts of birds taken on the ranch…